Our Junior Presenter Seminars

    Please note: Our Junior Presenters Seminars are separate from Junior Instructor Course Offerings.

    Tween gifted student raises her hand to share her knowledge with others as a Junior Presenter at Athena's Advanced Academy.

    Gifted kids love to share their passions and make a difference. Our Junior Presenters are gifted young people with a desire to share information they are passionate about with others.

    In our Junior Presenters Seminars, our Junior Presenters lead a 50-60 minute webinar filled with information to excite their peers. All of our Junior Presenters are current or former students of Athena’s Advanced Academy.

    In addition, Junior Presenters choose a secular charity or non-profit that aligns with their subject matter and/or is important to them.

    100% of the profits from the Junior Presenter seminars go to the Junior Presenter’s charity or non-profit of choice.

    Together Athena’s Junior Presenters raised $1548.87 in 2022, bringing the grand total raised to $3,013.91 since 2018!


    Welcome to Athena’s Junior Presenter Seminars!

    Gifted kids love to share their passions and make a difference.
    Join these amazing Athena’s kids as they share fascinating information about all kinds of topics and make a difference in the process!

    Students, including those not registered at Athena’s, friends, & family members are welcome to attend!
    Junior Presenter seminar webinars are monitored by an adult supervisor.

    Group of gifted kids excited to share knowledge with others as Junior Presenters at Athena's Advanced Academy.

    Welcome to Athena’s Junior Presenter Seminars!

    Gifted kids love to share their passions and make a difference.
    Join these amazing Athena’s kids as they share fascinating information about all kinds of topics and make a difference in the process!
    • Students, including those not registered at Athena’s, friends, & family members are welcome to attend!
    • Be sure to sign up at least 24 hours before the seminar!
    • Junior Presenter seminar webinars are monitored by an adult supervisor.

    • Choose to donate $7.00 or more to the Junior Presenter’s charity of choice.
    • Fill out the corresponding form below.

    Junior Presenter Single Seminars – 2022

    Monday,
    June 13

    10:00 AM
    Pacific

    Student drawing of an otter and kelp for the Junior Presentation about Kelp Forest Ecosystems at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Kelp Forest Ecosystems

    Learn about California kelp forest ecosystems and their impacts.
    Each of the creatures affects the ecosystem in different interesting ways.

    Junior Presenter: Bridget the Vaquita Lover
    Charity: Sea Shepherd

    Tuesday,
    June 14

    10:00 AM
    Pacific

    Globe with kids' hands for the Junior Presentation about Cultural Diversity in Kids' Media at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Cultural Diversity in Kids’ Media

    Kids today have access to cartoons and movies that are culturally diverse and have a broader representation of people from racial and ethnic backgrounds. 
    These are not the cartoons that our grandparents grew up with!  

    Junior Presenter: Aydyn the Media Critic
    Charity: Food Bank of Contra Costa County

    Wednesday,
    June 15

    1:00 PM
    Pacific

    Comedy & Tragedy Masks for the Junior Presentation about Improv Games at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Dive into Improv Games and Skills

    Improvisation is a fantastic skill to have; it is the skill of being able to act on the spot, no matter the situation!
    Not only is improv useful, but it is also really fun!

    Junior Presenter: Olivia the Improvisator
    Charity: Southwest Humane Society

    Thursday,
    June 16

    1:00 PM
    Pacific

    Lightning and Tomatoes for the Junior Presentation about Electric Tomatoes and Shocking Stories at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Electric Tomatoes and Other Shocking Stories

    Electricity is all around us, powering the computer that you are using to read these words! 
    In this webinar, learn how electricity is essential to all living things, including tomatoes.

    Junior Presenter: Kyle the Nature Lover
    Charity: American Heart Association

    Thursday,
    June 16

    3:00 PM
    Pacific

    Exploding star for the Junior Presentation about the history of the Universe at Athena's Advanced Academy

    A History of the Universe: From 12 Billion BCE to Present

    Have you ever wondered how the universe got to be how it is? 
    I’ll answer that and more in The History of the Universe: 12 Billion BCE to Present.

    Junior Presenter: Ethan the Astronomer
    Charity: California Science Center

    Friday,
    June 17

    1:00 PM
    Pacific

    Huge ocean wave for the Junior Presentation about Oceans at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Oscillating Oceans: California’s Ocean Ecosystem

    Have you ever wondered about what goes on in California’s oceans, how animals live down there, and how our actions affect them?
    Join us to understand what happens under the sea and learn how you can make good choices to protect ocean ecosystems.

    Junior Presenter: Coco the Cup Coral
    Charity: Monterey Bay Aquarium

    Tuesday,
    June 21

    1:00 PM
    Pacific

    A bird in the backyard for the Junior Presentation about Backyard Birding at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Backyard Birding: Identifying Common Birds by Region

    Have you ever looked out the window and seen a bird, but did not know what it was?
    This presentation will help you learn what types of birds you’re seeing, which helps you reduce stress and find joy.

    Junior Presenter: Jack the Backyard Birder
    Charity: The Cornell Lab of Ornithology

    Wednesday,
    June 22

    1:00 PM
    Pacific

    Joyful student riding a horse for the Junior Presentation, Horses 101 at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Horses 101

    Calling all horse-crazy kids: Ever wonder why horses pin their ears back or the difference between Show-Jumping and Dressage?
    This presentation can answer all of your questions and more!

    Junior Presenter: Elizabeth the Equine Enthusiast
    Charity: Courtney Cares

    Thursday,
    June 23

    10:00 AM
    Pacific

    DNA strand for the Junior Presentation about Molecular Biology at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Intro to Fun Molecular Biology

    Do you want to know about the blueprints of life? 
    If so, join me for a peek into the world of molecular biology!

    Junior Presenter: Alex the Chemical Wizard
    Charity: International Host Connection

    Monday,
    June 27

    10:00 AM
    Pacific

    Underwater creature for the Junior Presentation about the Deep Sea at Athena's Advanced Academy

    A Deep Dive Into the Deep Sea

    Angler fish, comb jellies, yeti crabs, sea pigs, ghoul sharks, and bryozoans – the creatures of the deep may look scary, or at least unnerving, but they are also really interesting if you know why they look the way they do! Explore the various environments of the midnight zone – such as seamounts, hydrothermal vents, open ocean, trenches, and the seafloor – as well as what lives there and how they have adapted to better suit their home. We will also learn about how humans get down to these depths and how they avoid being crushed by the water pressure.

    Junior Presenter: Arden the Aquatic
    Charity: Seaside Sustainability

    Tuesday,
    June 28

    10:00 AM
    Pacific

    Norse rune for the Junior Presentation about Norse Mythology at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Odin’s Guide to the Modern World: The Norse Mythology Practiced Now

    Do you know that the old Norse mythology is still practiced by people today? Is the modern media accurate in its depictions of the Norse religion? What are some of the traditions of modern practitioners?
    In this seminar, you will not only learn the answers to these questions, but you will also learn about Norse mythology in culture today!

    Junior Presenter: Beckett the Bringer of Ragnorok
    Charity: Scandinavian Cultural Center

    Wednesday,
    June 29

    1:00 PM
    Pacific

    An Enigma Machine for the Junior Presentation about Cryptic Codes at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Cryptic Codes and Psychic Ciphers: An Introduction to Cryptography

    Cryptography is all around us―it is the very key enabling email, ATM, web browsing, security cameras, ID protection, you name it.
    From the Caesar cipher to the Enigma machine, learn about the codes that have built the backbone of our society as it is today.

    Junior Presenter: Jason the Mathematician
    Charity: Julia Robinson Mathematical Festival

    Thursday,
    June 30

    10:00 AM
    Pacific

    A German Shepherd sits for the Junior Presentation about German Shepherds at Athena's Advanced Academy

    The World of German Shepherds

    Do you want to learn more about this popular pet?
    If so, this class is what you’ve been looking for!

    Junior Presenter: Avery the Animal Queen
    Charity: Greater California German Shepherd Rescue

    Friday,
    July 1

    9:00 AM
    Pacific

    Norse relic for the Junior Presentation about Norse Mythology at Athena's Advanced Academy

    War and Wisdom: Norse Mythology

    You may wonder how a small population of people in a harsh environment became known across the world as such fierce warriors and brave explorers.
    In this seminar, you will learn about Norse mythology and how it influenced Viking life and history.

    Junior Presenter: Wells the Norseman
    Charity: Komodo Survival Program

    Wednesday,
    July 6

    1:00 PM
    Pacific

    Red star for the Junior Presentation about World War II at Athena's Advanced Academy

    All About World War II

    Have you ever wondered how or why World War II started, what countries were involved and how it affected the world?
    Come and join Athena’s Junior Presentation, All About World War II, to find out!

    Junior Presenter: Talmage the General
    Charity: Feeding America

    Wednesday,
    July 13

    1:00 PM
    Pacific

    Fountain pen and paper for the Junior Presentation about sparking your storytelling at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Spark Your Storytelling Style

    Get ready to dive into a session chockfull of storytelling adventures!
    In this seminar, you will have fun with different writing styles and decide which one is “write” for you!

    Junior Presenter: Nova the Whimsical Bookworm
    Charity: Project Kesher – Supporting Ukrainian Women

    Wednesday,
    July 13

    2:00 PM
    Pacific

    Under the sea scene for the Junior Presentation about our outstanding oceans at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Welcome to Our Outstanding Oceans!

    This seminar is all about our outstanding oceans! This seminar covers aquatic animals, plants, and ocean geography!

    Junior Presenter: Avalon the Coral Lover
    Charity: Oceana

    Friday,
    July 15

    8:00 AM
    Pacific

    The Solar System for the Junior Presentation about our Universe at Athena's Advanced Academy

    Our Universe

    Have you ever wondered what’s outside our Earth? Are we alone in the Universe?
    Come, let’s explore our Universe together!

    Junior Presenter: Nivethaharinee the Universe Lover
    Charity: Feeding America